Real Madrid beat Leganés (0-3) thanks to goals from Mbappé, Valverde and Bellingham. The white team, with a serious approach, did not concede much in defense and were able to take advantage of the few errors made by Pepinera’s defense. The first and most rude, one from Altimira on the edge of half time when the ball was released, which he took advantage of. Vinicus to leave the ball at the will of Mbappéwhich broke his scoring drought.
In the second half, Leganés’ efforts did not do too much damage to the white team, who sealed the score in the 66th minute with a great goal from a free kick by Fede Valverde. Leganés lowered its weapons and Real Madrid continued to attack the rival goal, first with Mbappé missing one-on-one and finally with Bellingham is benefiting from a rebound in the areaa sign that he has regained the sense of purpose he seemed to have lost at the start of the year.
Ancelotti: ”After Carvajal and Lucas, Valverde is the third best goalkeeper in the world”
Momentum is going to Real Madrid and with this win it is four points behind Barcelona in the League, although the game of the merengue team against Valencia at Mestalla is pending, which DANA postponed.
Eleven for Ancelotti pays off
Injuries to Carvajal and Militao force the Italian coach to compose, and with this one of the best sides Real Madrid has produced this year. With Valverde at right back, Asencio at center back, and a omnipresent smile in the right inside position which was the most dangerous during much of the game. From his boots came the plays with the freest verse from the team today in orange. A move in the 24th minute that almost ended with a goal after two players dribbled past shows the immense ability of the Turks.
Mbappé He was able to open the scoring twice, the first of them to nothing and the second of them to make it 0-1 in the 41st minute he showed the spaces he left before the break. This was also the fault of the great tandem formed by Asensio and Rudiger. The young white player showed poise, confidence and looked like he had played 200 games in the elite, putting in a more impressive performance.
Fede Valverde sentences with a great goal from a free kick
The second half was not far from the first 45 minutes. It was difficult for Leganés to get there, beyond a few long-range shots from Juan Cruz, and Real Madrid kept the ball in pursuit of a dangerous situation. The pepineros, who were always very well positioned on the pitch, shut down any option for Real Madrid’s attack. But The walls are laid with the blow of a hammer and few are more powerful in world football than the right foot of Fede Valverde. A foul in the corner of the area made it a comfortable goal for Ancelotti’s team with a low shot that Dmitrovic could do nothing about. he Ancelotti’s ‘new’ right back continues to add to any position on the pitch.
It was difficult for Leganés to believe in anything more with the 0-1, but the 0-2 already killed any option for the pepineros to come back. Real Madrid, already with the rival lying on the canvas, they managed to close the game with a goal from Bellinghamwho, after not scoring in the first two months of the campaign, has now accumulated two games in a row to appear on the list of scorers.
Real Madrid will now have another big test to see if they have raised their level compared to the ‘clásico’ a month ago, since on Wednesday they have a main duty against Liverpool in the Champions League.
Leganes vs Real Madrid | The Series
What were the key factors that contributed to Real Madrid’s victory over Leganés?
Interview between Time.news Editor and Football Expert
Editor: Welcome to Time.news! Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with renowned football analyst, Alex Martinez. Welcome, Alex!
Alex: Thanks for having me! Excited to dive into the latest Real Madrid match.
Editor: Absolutely! Real Madrid just secured a solid 3-0 victory against Leganés. What were your initial thoughts on the game?
Alex: It was a commanding performance from Madrid. They approached the game with great seriousness, which is crucial for maintaining the momentum they need in the league. The players really capitalized on Leganés’ defensive errors—a hallmark of a well-drilled team.
Editor: Speaking of those defensive errors, there was a notable one from Altimira right before half-time. How did that impact the match?
Alex: That moment was pivotal. Altimira’s mistake provided an opening for Vinícius, who set up Mbappé to break his scoring drought. Such moments can be demoralizing for the opposing team and energizing for the attackers. When you’re playing a team like Real Madrid, you can’t afford to give away chances like that.
Editor: Absolutely. And then we saw Valverde follow that up with a stunning free-kick goal in the second half. How important is a player like Valverde to this Real Madrid squad?
Alex: Valverde has been phenomenal. His versatility, particularly playing in a right-back role due to injuries, shows his value to the team. Ancelotti highlighted Valverde’s contributions, saying he’s practically a top goalkeeper now, which speaks volumes about his defensive capabilities as well. His goal from a free-kick was just a cherry on top—a reminder that he can also contribute offensively.
Editor: With this victory, Real Madrid is now just four points behind Barcelona in the league. How does this shape the title race moving forward?
Alex: It certainly tightens the race. Real Madrid looks to be gaining momentum at the right time. The game against Valencia is crucial, especially since it was postponed due to DANA. If they can continue their strong performances and pick up points consistently, they’ll be in a great position to capitalize on any slip-ups from Barcelona.
Editor: There was also a discussion about the formation and player adaptability. With injuries to key players like Carvajal and Militao, do you think Ancelotti’s tactical adjustments have worked in Real’s favor?
Alex: Definitely! The ability to adapt and create a strong lineup despite injuries is a testament to Ancelotti’s coaching. Using Valverde at right-back and Asensio centrally allowed Madrid to maintain a potent attack while still being defensively responsible. Sometimes, these forced changes lead to discovering new strengths within the squad. The dynamic play we saw from Asensio, along with the resilience of players like Rudiger, was encouraging.
Editor: It sounds like there’s a lot to look forward to. As we look ahead, what do the players need to focus on to maintain their winning streak?
Alex: Consistency is key. They need to build on this performance, especially keeping a solid defense while remaining clinical on the attack. Additionally, their key players like Mbappé and Bellingham need to keep finding the net. If they can stay injury-free and continue this level of performance, they’ll be a force to reckon with.
Editor: Great insights, Alex! It’s always a pleasure to hear your expert take on the evolving world of football.
Alex: Thank you! I enjoyed discussing it and can’t wait to see how the season unfolds.
Editor: And that wraps up our discussion for today. Thanks to everyone for tuning in, and be sure to catch Real Madrid’s next match—it promises to be thrilling!